The Naples community is among those honored at 2013 Tourism Legacy Awards

Finger Lakes Visitors Connection today honored a number of business owners and groups in Ontario County with 2013 Tourism Legacy Awards.

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By Julie Sherwood

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By Julie Sherwood

Posted Sep. 12, 2013 at 11:46 AM

By Julie Sherwood

Posted Sep. 12, 2013 at 11:46 AM

Finger Lakes Visitors Connection today honored a number of business owners and groups in Ontario County with 2013 Tourism Legacy Awards. The awards are presented every two years to those who have demonstrated marketing or service excellence, or developed outstanding products for the tourism industry in Ontario County. More than

100 people and businesses have been honored since 1993 for their contributions.

The Naples community received the Lifetime Achievement Award at a gathering today at Bristol Mountain Winter Resort to present the awards. Naples received the honor because for decades

the Naples' community has been working together to market the area as a premier tourism destination in the Finger Lakes, tourism leaders said, adding this togetherness has created a sense of community that is unmatched in the Finger Lakes.

Other award winners are:

Product Development Award: Christopher Iversen and Chrisanntha, Inc.

Exceptional People – Business Innovation and Reinvention Award: Domonick Gallo and

The Naples Hotel

Community Partnerships: Denise Chaapel, Sweet Expressions and Mobile Music